OSTRICH Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

ostrich

noun

Definition of ostrich

as in antelope

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Recent Examples of ostrich The brooch depicts the ostrich feathers that make up the Prince of Wales’s heraldic badge, and it is surrounded by diamonds and emeralds. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 20 Oct. 2026 Animals that are also on the company’s de-extinction to-do list include the woolly mammoth, the Tasmanian tiger, the ostrich-like moa, and the antelope-like quagga. — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 14 Oct. 2026 The Tomkins’ conservation efforts have had a tremendous impact in terms of helping restore the puma, guanaco, Andean condor, and rhea (native ostrich) population. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 The actor was an early standout of the night in a sheer black lace gown with a plunging neckline, thigh-high slit, and plenty of ostrich feather embellishments. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ostrich

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Noun

Every facet of India’s topography, from lush grasslands filled with antelopes to gnarled forests with tigers and evil spirits lurking around every corner, is on full display.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2026
And species such as the Central Asian saiga antelope and California condor have recorded notable comebacks.

— the Monitor's Editorial Board, Christian Science Monitor, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of antelope

Noun

But snakes gonna slither, so Vance (who, to be fair, was never that into this war) is using the moment to subtly blame Hegseth, and the blow seems to have landed, with his party, and with his boss.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
Because the album is rich with melody—because the compositions snake so readily from note to note, compared to Malone’s previous works—inklings of narrative start to seep from the foggy passages.

— Sasha Geffen, Pitchfork, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of snake

Noun

Kardashian, who rarely misses an opportunity to dip into the fashion archives, wore a sculptural black crocodile jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier’s fall 2004 collection for Hermès, sourced from Arch Couture.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
In April came a new visual identity, notably with an evolution of its logo and nods to its archives including René Lacoste’s handwriting and graphics in line with the work of Robert George, the illustrator behind the first crocodile sketch.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of crocodile

Noun

The menu is full of classics—flaky spanakopita, aubergine moussaka, chicken souvlaki—which somehow taste much cleaner and fresher than typical taverna fare.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
Along with the sandwich shop, the Donners have a flock of chickens and 3 acres for growing fresh produce at home, leaving spare time in short supply.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of chicken

Noun

Cue designs that turn the alligator into articulated geometries that rest against the collarbone, dangle from earlobes or curl around fingers and wrists.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
The Southport Police Department called in Officer Katie Ward of Animal Protective Services to catch the alligator and haul it to a wilderness area.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of alligator

Noun

The egg whites make for a savory, satisfying start, and the roasted red pepper sneaks in some vegetables.

— Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 23 Oct. 2026
Ultron and Vision sneak into Interpol’s servers for more information about Butcherbird’s victims, in a light, jokey sequence that spoofs security programs, AI bots, CAPTCHAs, and social media.

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of sneak

Noun

Two years later, Lula picks him up, hands him his snakeskin jacket, and takes him to see the thrash metal band Powermad.

— Daisy Jones, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026
Slinging a snakeskin print side bag over one shoulder, Lou posed with fellow nepo babies Jaden Smith and Paris Jackson at the event.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of snakeskin

Noun

That includes macarons, Mille-Feuille (Napoleons), cinnamon buns, cream puffs, eclairs, a variety of tarts, cupcakes, and more.

— Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 8 Sep. 2026
Their sparkling glass cases were full of heaping cream puffs, vivid cupcakes and caramel colored pastries.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Definition of cream puff

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